147 Squadron (Israel)
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147 Squadron, often referred to as the Flying Ibex[1] or Goring Ram[2] squadron, is a former unit of the Israeli Air Force. Fielding IAF Flight Academy aircraft, it flew the Boeing-Stearman Kaydet during the 1956 Suez Crisis and the Fouga Magister during the 1967 Six-Day War, in the course of which it suffered six fatalities. Between 1978 and 1986 it flew the A-4 Skyhawk.
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147 Squadron | |
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Active | 1956, 1967, 1978–1986 |
Country | Israel |
Branch | Israeli Air Force |
Role | light strike |
Nickname(s) | Goring Ram / Flying Ibex |
Engagements | Suez Crisis Six-Day War |
Aircraft flown | |
Attack | Fouga Magister A-4 Skyhawk |
Trainer | Boeing-Stearman Kaydet |
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